Notice of Intent to Sole Source Award

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Blackfeet Service Unit in Browning, Montana intends to award a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract to Dr. James Jerman, D.D.S., for dental oral‑surgeon staffing. The contract will provide comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgery services—including consultations, minor and major procedures—at the Blackfeet Community Hospital for an initial three‑month period, with an optional six‑month extension. Although this is not a competitive solicitation, other qualified providers may submit a capability statement demonstrating relevant credentials, licensure, and ability to start without service interruption. The estimated contract value is $40,000, and capability statements must be submitted by September 21, 2026. • Sole‑source award to a single dental surgeon (James Jerman, D.D.S.) • Services: oral and maxillofacial surgery, consultations, minor/major procedures • Location: Blackfeet Service Unit clinic, Blackfeet Community Hospital, Browning, MT • Period of performance: 3 months (option to extend 6 months) • Estimated value: $40,000 • Submission: capability statement ≤5 pages, emailed to [email protected] by 2:30 pm MT, Sep 21 2026 • No cost reimbursement for respondents; telephone offers not accepted.